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Salvokop reservoir to undergo repairs for 12 hours
Areas in the west and central parts of Johannesburg can anticipate a 12-hour water interruption on October 2 as the metro plans to conduct maintenance work on the Salvokop Reservoir. This essential maintenance will lead to a water supply interruption from 08:00 to 20:00.
The following suburbs will be affected:
- Arcadia Ext 6
- Arcadia, west of Eastwood Street
- Muckleneuk, north of the rail line
- Pretoria Central, south of Visagie Street
- Pretoria Ext 15
- Pretoria Town and Townlands 351-JR
- Prinshof 280-JR
- Prinshof 349-JR
- Salvokop Ext 1, 2 and 3
- Sunnyside
- Trevenna
Residents are encouraged to implement the following water-saving tips to assist in alleviating the current situation:
- Avoid watering or irrigating gardens with hosepipes or sprinkler systems between 06:00 and 18:00.
- Refrain from washing vehicles with hosepipes.
- Avoid filling swimming pools.
- Consider installing low-flow shower heads and tap aerators where feasible.
- Opt for a dual-flush toilet cistern.
- Plant indigenous or drought-resistant shrubs in the garden.
- Use a broom instead of a hosepipe for cleaning driveways or patios.
- Collect rainwater for reuse in the garden or car washing.
- Cover swimming pools to reduce water evaporation.
- Take shorter showers instead of baths.
- Turn off taps while brushing teeth or shaving.
- Regularly check for leaks in toilets and taps.
- Avoid filling storage tanks to allow the system to stabilize.
The metro extends apologies to the impacted customers for any inconvenience caused. For further information on the matter, please contact [email protected] or call 083 625 4114.
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